Dr. Placik received his medical degree from Northwestern University where he also completed residencies in general plastic and reconstructive surgery. He completed a fellowship in the aesthetic reconstruction at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago and an additional fellowship in microvascular surgery at Davies Medical Center, an affiliate of the University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Placik is certified as a diplomate by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is an active member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is an active member of several local and national professional organizations.

Dr. Placik believes in not only giving patients the best in medical care, but also in achieving a sensitive understanding of their aesthetic goals. Every member of our medical and support team wants to help you gather the information you need to make the best possible decision.

Dr. Placik's hospital appointments include Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights and Evanston Northwestern Healthcare (Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals). Otto J. Placik, MD is a member of the Northwestern University Division of Plastic Surgery Teaching Staff. He holds an academic appointment as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery (Plastic) at Northwestern University Medical School.